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Eden Ben Zaken Set to Earn Over 2 Million Shekels as Guest Star in Festigal 2026
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First reported by Ynet · 1 day ago
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Eden Ben Zaken will star as the guest artist in Festigal 2026, earning over 2 million shekels, making her the highest-paid in the show's history. The production is finalizing its cast for the Hanukkah event, with several other artists in negotiations.
- 01Eden Ben Zaken will earn over 2 million shekels as Festigal 2026 guest artist.
- 02Her fee surpasses previous top earners like Sarit Hadad and Omer Adam.
- 03Ben Zaken is recognized as one of Israel's leading singers with numerous hits.
- 04Festigal preparations are ongoing for the Hanukkah show.
- 05Other artists in talks include Shahar Taboch, Shira Zaluf, Itay Levi, and Omer Levi.
- 06The full cast announcement is pending, with high expectations for the event.
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